Head Of School - Health ( Medical & Health Sciences)

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Job summary

A leading education institution in Johannesburg is seeking a Head of School for Health Sciences. In this full-time role, you will manage the medical and health sciences portfolio, ensuring academic quality and growth. Ideal candidates will have a PhD and at least 8 years of experience in academic leadership. Strong strategic, interpersonal, and operational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8–10 years in academic leadership, preferably in health/medical programmes.
• Proven experience in curriculum development and accreditation processes.
• Experience with digital learning platforms is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic development of the School of Health.
• Develop and manage health and medical programmes.
• Oversee curriculum design and ensure global standards.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills

Research excellence

Knowledge of healthcare policy

Operational and financial acumen

Education

PhD or equivalent in Public Health, Medicine, Nursing, Health Sciences

Job description

Head of School – Health (Medical and Health Sciences) – Johannesburg, South Africa. Monthly salary. Senior Leadership, Full‑time role. The Head of School will strategically manage the medical and health sciences portfolio, ensuring academic quality, industry relevance, operational excellence, and growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic development of the School of Health, aligned with mission and market demands.
• Develop, review, and manage health and medical programmes (e.g., nursing, public health, health management, allied health sciences).
• Ensure alignment with accreditation and regulatory bodies (e.g., CHE, SAQA, HPCSA, SANC).
• Oversee curriculum design and updates to meet global standards, technological advancement, and emerging trends in healthcare.
• Implement quality assurance processes and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Recruit, mentor, and manage a diverse and expert academic team.
• Promote student success through excellence in teaching, academic support, and experiential learning.
• Build partnerships with hospitals, clinics, health departments, research institutions, and professional councils.
• Represent the institution at academic, regulatory, and industry forums.
• Manage the school's budget, resource allocation, and performance targets.
• Drive enrolment, retention, and revenue growth in health‑related programmes.
• Encourage faculty and student research in healthcare innovation, policy, and practice.
• Foster interdisciplinary collaboration and community impact projects.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent terminal degree in Public Health, Medicine, Nursing, Health Sciences, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8–10 years in academic leadership, preferably in a higher education institution offering health / medical programmes.
• Proven experience in curriculum development, accreditation processes, and regulatory compliance.
• Established network in the healthcare sector, both public and private.
• Experience with digital learning platforms and modern health education methodologies is an advantage.

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking and visionary leadership.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Academic and research excellence.
• Knowledge of healthcare policy, systems, and education trends.
• Operational and financial acumen.
• Commitment to transformation and social impact.
• Drive innovation in an agile and entrepreneurial environment.